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VU12 ZFR

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

148,528 mi
Last recorded148,528 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU12 ZFR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2026 148,528 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2025 143,257 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 136,258 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 129,288 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2023 129,257 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2022 194,246 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 186,601 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 179,504 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 168,614 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 28 Sep 2018 146,796 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Oct 2017 81,972 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 74,613 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 63,952 miles

Both rear tyres slightly out of shape

Engine cover fitted

Undertray fitted

Fail 13 Oct 2015 63,952 miles

Both rear tyres slightly out of shape

Engine cover fitted

Undertray fitted

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Feb 2015 56,110 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Passat?

Based on 6,960,690 MOT tests across 591,281 vehicles.

73.5%
Pass Rate
8,659
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
591,281
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 256,176
constant velocity joint gaiter split 196,521
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 92,195
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 90,839
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 89,758
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VU12 ZFR is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 97,978 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Passat fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 256,176 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VU12 ZFR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Passat typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 14 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU12 ZFR registered?

VU12 ZFR is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 12 March 2012.

Is VU12 ZFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU12 ZFR shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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